Plan on about 7 h 55 min of driving for the 448-mile (721 km) trip from Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega, before any stops.
| Distance | 448 mi (721 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 7 h 55 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-130 → MEX-132 → MEX-M40D → MEX-15D → MEX-23 |
| Mexican states on the route | Hidalgo, State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-M40D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 17.9 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
Driving this route in a car with U.S. plates
| Temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) | Required: this route is outside the zones where U.S.-registered cars can skip the temporary import permit (Baja California, Baja California Sur and part of Sonora) |
|---|---|
| Mexican auto insurance | Required for all vehicles: buy a Mexican policy before you drive |
Sources: U.S. State Department, Mexico travel information (updated August 11, 2026); permits are issued by Banjercito.
What the drive from Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega is like
MEX-15D (239 mi) and MEX-M40D (93 mi) carry about 74% of the 448 miles. It runs through 5 states: Hidalgo, State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco, Zacatecas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-M40D and MEX-15D. Of the 9 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Road-by-road breakdown: Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-130 | 2–6 | 4 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-132 | 6–29 | 23 | Hidalgo |
| MEX-M40D | 29–122 | 93 | Hidalgo, State of Mexico |
| connecting roads | 122–123 | 1 | State of Mexico |
| MEX-15D | 123–362 | 239 | State of Mexico, Michoacán, Jalisco |
| local roads | 362–380 | 18 | Jalisco |
| MEX-23 | 380–447 | 67 | Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| local roads | 447–448 | 1 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 48 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 62 of this route: State of Mexico → Hidalgo (state line)
- Mile 92 of this route: Hidalgo → State of Mexico (state line)
- Mile 141 of this route: State of Mexico → Michoacán (state line)
- Mile 309 of this route: Michoacán → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 418 of this route: Jalisco → Zacatecas (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Teúl de González Ortega
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Guadalajara Zoo (mile 373), Museo de Ciencias Ambientales (mile 378)
- Nature and outdoors: Museo de Ciencias Ambientales (mile 378)
- Museums and history: Museo Arqueológico de Apaxco (mile 62), Tula (mile 78), Jorge R. Acosta Museum (mile 78), Cathedral of Atlacomulco (mile 124), Teatro Morelos de Maravatío (mile 162), Museo de Ciencias Ambientales (mile 378), Museo Etnográfico Huichol Wixxarika (mile 379)
- With kids: Guadalajara Zoo (mile 373)
Church and former convent of Todos los Santos
Franciscan friars built this fortress-style convent in Zempoala, and the complex still keeps the classic layout of atrium, church, open chapel and cloister. It pairs well with a drive through the area's old pulque haciendas.
Museo Arqueológico de Apaxco
Founded in 1985, the Museo Arqueológico de Apaxco sits across from the parish church of San Francisco de Asís and beside the town hall in Apaxco, State of Mexico.
Tula
The Toltecs once ruled from Tula, now an archaeological zone. Its Coatepantli wall is carved with snakes devouring skeletons, and the famous Atlantes stand atop the main pyramid.
Jorge R. Acosta Museum
Next to the Tula ruins, the Museo de Sitio Jorge R. Acosta traces the rise and decline of the Toltecs and their city, Tollan Xicocotitlan. It moved into new facilities in 1982 and covers nearly 20 years of digs led by archaeologist Jorge R. Acosta.
Cathedral of Atlacomulco
The seat of the Diocese of Atlacomulco is the Catedral de la Divina Providencia, which serves as the main Catholic church in town and takes its dedication from Divine Providence.
Teatro Morelos de Maravatío
Opera singer Ángela Peralta performed at the opening of Maravatío's Teatro Morelos on January 11, 1879. Architect Rafael Guerrero Torres designed the building in a neoclassical style with French influence.
Guadalajara Zoo
Zoológico Guadalajara is the main zoo of Guadalajara, Jalisco, and holds a large population of animal species.
Museo de Ciencias Ambientales
Part of the University of Guadalajara, Zapopan's Museo de Ciencias Ambientales uses interactive exhibits on biodiversity, ecology, climate change and waste to teach about the environment.
Museo Etnográfico Huichol Wixxarika
The Museo de Arte Huichol Wixárika is a public museum where visitors can see a permanent exhibition of Huichol art.
When you get to Teúl de González Ortega
El Teúl
On a hill of the same name in southern Zacatecas, near Jalisco, El Teúl was a Mesoamerican settlement where people made copper and ceramic goods.
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From Tulancingo to other places in Mexico
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega?
About 7 h 55 min of driving without stops, over 448 miles.
What is the driving distance from Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega?
About 448 miles (721 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
Do I need a permit to drive my U.S. car from Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega?
Yes. A temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) is required for a U.S.-registered car on this route, which is outside the zones where it can be skipped. Mexican auto insurance is required for every vehicle.
Is it safe to drive from Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega?
The U.S. State Department rates Hidalgo Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; State of Mexico Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Michoacán Level 4: Do Not Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega use?
In order: MEX-130, MEX-132, MEX-M40D, MEX-15D and MEX-23. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Tulancingo to Teúl de González Ortega?
Closest to the road: Tula (archaeological site, mile 78, 1 mi from the route); Guadalajara Zoo (zoo, mile 373, 0.7 mi from the route); Museo de Ciencias Ambientales (natural history museum, mile 378, 0.3 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on September 29, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.